1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Fairlane | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
